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Anvil Brewing Foundry

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Foundry™

Assembly & Maintenance Manual

**** PLEASE READ THOROUGHLY PRIOR TO USE FOR IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION****

What’s Included

Item

Quantity

Boiler

1

Malt Basket

1

Dip Tube

1

Valve Assembly

1

Teflon Washer

1

Basket Support Ring

1

Lid

1

Knob Washer

2

Screw for Lid

1

Knob

1

Immersion Chiller

1

Hose for Chiller

10 Feet

1/2” Hose Clamps

3

Hose Barb

1

Optional Accessory

Item

Quantity

Anvil Pump

1

Silicone Hose

4 Feet

Hose Clamp

4

Flow Clamp

1

Stainless Return Tube

1

Perforated Disc

1

Eye Bolt

1

Nuts for Eye Bolt

2

Recirculation Kit

What’s Included

*120V Standard

Sections labeled “Warning” can lead to serious injury or death if not followed. Please thoroughly read these sections and understand them completely 

before use. If you do not understand them or have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) 

before use.

Sections labeled “Caution” can lead to equipment damage or unsatisfactory performance of the equipment. Please read these sections thoroughly. If 

you have any questions, contact your retailer or Blichmann Engineering (www.BlichmannEngineering.com) before use.

Sections labeled “Important” should specifically be followed to ensure satisfactory results with the product.

WARNING:

CAUTION:

IMPORTANT:

1.  Do NOT leave this product unattended while in use. The user must remain in the immediate area of the product and have a clear view of the product at all 

times during operation.

2.  Keep children and pets away from the Foundry™ at all times.

3.  The use of alcohol, prescriptions or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assembly or safely operate this product.

4.  Use ONLY on-a level, stable surface.

5.  Avoid bumping or impact with the product to prevent spillage or splashing of hot liquid.

6.  This product will be hot during use.

7.  In case there is a fire, call the local fire department. Stay clear from flames.

8.  This product is not intended or warranted for commercial use.

9.  Make sure the Foundry™ is disconnected from all power sources before cleaning.

1.  Never operate this product unattended.

2.  Never move this product during use.

3.  ALWAYS install this product on a level solid surface such as concrete.

4.  Heated liquids remain at scalding temperatures long after the brewing process. Never touch the Foundry™ until the liquids have cooled to 115°F (45°C) or 

less. The use of heat protective gloves is recommended.

5.  Ensure the voltage selector is correct.

6.  Use with GFCI protected circuit ONLY.

7.  Do not immerse the Foundry™ Boiler in liquid.

8.  Do not boil with the lid installed.

9.  Operating the Foundry™ in any fashion other than described in this manual can result in personal property damage, injury, electrocution, death, or loss of 

seriously good beer.

WARNING

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

Summary of Contents for Foundry

Page 1: ... CAUTION IMPORTANT 1 Do NOT leave this product unattended while in use The user must remain in the immediate area of the product and have a clear view of the product at all times during operation 2 Keep children and pets away from the Foundry at all times 3 The use of alcohol prescriptions or non prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assembly or safely operate this product 4 Use O...

Page 2: ... fit firmly stretch out the ring until it fits snugly This will prevent the ring from popping out accidentally Warning Be careful not to dislodge the support ring while lifting the basket Foundry Kettle Wall Outside Foundry Inside Foundry Teflon Washer Barb Nut Valve Barb Dip Tube Valve Nut Lid Assembly Valve and Rotating Dip Tube Assembly Basket Support Ring Assembly Knob Knob Washer Screw Lid O ...

Page 3: ...ng Warning Operating the product with 240V power with the voltage selector switch set at 120V may cause permanent damage to the product Warning Ensure the Foundry is unplugged from any power source before wiring To operate the Foundry on 240V cut off the 120V plug and strip the sleeve from the wires about one inch away from the end Strip each wire away from the ends Your plug may require different...

Page 4: ... the 240V will boil off about 1 full gallon per hour at 100 power These volumes are accounted for in the charts Select the volume of brewing water you will need for your batch based on the total weight of the grain Also note the Strike Water Temperature Strike Water is the amount of water that is initially added to the Foundry boiler and mixed with the grain Fill the Foundry to the required level ...

Page 5: ...m up with a spoon or mash paddle Set a timer this is the beginning of the mash Most mashes are one hour in length but follow your recipe if it recommends a different time At the end of the mash ensure the basket support ring is secure on the upper lip of the Foundry Carefully raise the mash basket to the ring and let it set to drain Warning Be careful not to dislodge the support ring while lifting...

Page 6: ...is acceptable We recommend the Anvil Precision Scale for making these measurements Water Chemistry Special care needs to be taken when purchasing ingredient kits or when milling grain When ordering an all grain ingredient kit be sure to purchase a normal medium grind and avoid of BIAB or brew in a bag grind ratings if those options are available Brew in a bag mill rating usually means that the gra...

Page 7: ... setting Allow 10 minutes for the mash to settle before restarting recirculation ACT Actual Temperature SET Set Temperature PWR Set Power Used _ F C PWR ACT SET PWR After startup the Foundry s default temperature is set to 39 F and the power is set to 0 Press the F C button to change from Fahrenheit and Celsius To set the temperature press the plus or minus button The temperature will begin flashi...

Page 8: ...g coil by submerging it into the boiling wort for the last 10 15 minutes of the boil Turn the Foundry off and run cold tap water through the coil until wort has reached the pitching temperature Stirring with a sanitized spoon will speed the cooling process significantly Remove the cooling coil stir the wort to cause a whirlpool with a sanitized spoon and leave the lid on Wait 15 minutes for the ho...

Page 9: ...ion remove the knob and knob washers on the lid Follow all operation instructions in the Turbo 500 Still manual Zero to 100 power and temperature control makes the Foundry ideal for distillation Install the stopper BE 000689 00 in the lid hole when in use which is included if you purchased the distillation kit throughANVILBrewing Equipment 5 5 Gallon Hot Liquor Tank O2 Wand with Regulator Handles ...

Page 10: ...milar grains in the grain bill If this occurs turn off the pump and stir the entire mash Add 1 4 to 1 2 pound of rice hulls if available and stir in well Let the mash sit for 10 minutes before re starting circulation If the Foundry does not turn on when powered up see Power Source Overview for more information If the unit is accidentally ran without water the dry run switch will cut the power to t...

Page 11: ...ions of Warranty 1 Any implied warranty that is found to arise by way of state or federal law including any implied warranty of merchantability or any implied warranty of fitness is limited in duration to the terms of this limited warranty and is limited in scope of coverage to this warranty ANVIL Brewing Equipment disclaims any express or implied warranty including any implied warranty of fitness...

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